1996 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1966 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Nissan Rasheen 1966 Vauxhall Victor
Make Nissan Vauxhall
Model Rasheen Victor
Year Released 1996 1966
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2550 mm


 

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